The new guidelines do say for the first time that children under 2 should avoid consuming any added sugars, which are found in many cereals and beverages. The main sources of added sugars in the American diet are sweetened beverages — including sodas, as well as sweetened coffees and teas — desserts, snacks, candy, and breakfast cereals and bars. [Like the Science Times page on Facebook. | Sign up for the Science Times newsletter.] “But they ignored the scientific committee which they appointed, which I thought was astounding.”

Source: New York Times December 29, 2020 18:16 UTC